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Creamy Apple Crumble Cheesecake

A delightful cheesecake layered with spiced apples and a crunchy crumble topping, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
  • 4 cups cream cheese, softened Ensure room temperature for smoother filling
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs Add one at a time
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Apple Filling
  • 2 cups apples, peeled and diced Keep diced uniformly for even cooking
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup oats

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well mixed and it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Make the Apple Filling
  1. In a small bowl, toss the diced apples with cinnamon. Set aside.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until creamy and smooth.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
Assemble the Cheesecake
  1. Pour half of the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crust.
  2. Evenly distribute the spiced apple mixture over the filling, then pour the remaining cheesecake mixture on top, smoothing it out.
Add the Crumble Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and oats. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the cheesecake.
Bake
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Cool
  1. Allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.

Notes

This cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze slices for up to 3 months. To enjoy, thaw in refrigerator overnight.